OVERVIEW
As a intern at AWRC, whose initiative is making innovations that help people move more, I led projects where i designed comprehesive media for staff and the wider public, including developing a series of signposting for their technical labs (TORS), video editing for Innovation Futures (R&D), and an animation for the Active Wait project (STH). I also contributed to volunteering for the This Girl Can event to encourage non-engaging young girls to participate more in physcial activity.
Simutaneously, at HWLS, I assisted with streamlinging processes through producing visual communications, including a handful of informative designs on the team’s processes for both staff and students, designed a proof-of-concept website for ease of access for the users, and led sessions teaching members of my team how to use certain software. I also contributed to being crucial team player and took on additional administrative workload outside my role.
During the internship, I developed skills in project management, copywriting and editing, and inclusive engagement, which are directly applicable to my career in as a designer looking to expand my horizon in education.
One of my key achievements was producing a comprehensive collection of signposts for the technical labs. I initiated the project by discussing the brief with the senior TORS technician, collaborating on the overall concept and revisions. The result was a future-proof series of signposts that received praise from the TORS line manager and are being considered for university-wide implementation within the TORS department.
This internship enhanced my understanding of communication between staff, students, and third parties, while reinforcing my passion for accessible design. I learned valuable lessons in identifying key communication skills, engaging the right stakeholders, and conducting market research, all of which have shaped my career direction.
Sheffield, S10 2BP
Advance Wellbeing Research Centre (AWRC),
Olympic Legacy Park, Sheffield, S9 3TU
Abbreviations:
AWRC
Advance Wellbeing Research Centre
HWLS
Health, Wellbeing & Life Sciences
TORS
Technical Operations Resources & Services
STH
Sheffield Teachning Hospitals (NHS Foundations)
R&D
Research & Development
AWRC
COMMUNICATION & ENGAGEMENT
Active Wait - No Sound Animation (Ruby Cheng, Aug 2023)